Lamine Yamal's dazzling performances for Barcelona have brought inevitable comparisons with the greatest players of all time despite teenager having so much still to prove

Across three continents, two of soccer's greatest icons slipped — and their heir announced himself to the world.

With $260 million earned in 2024, Cristiano Ronaldo became the highest-paid athlete in the world. His record-setting year includes salary, bonuses, and endorsements, mostly thanks to his role as the face of Al-Nassr and his still-strong presence in the market.